Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 4:59PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 2:59pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 458 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Sipsey, or 7 miles north of Sumiton, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Dodge City, Wilburn, Smith Lake, Bremen, and Arkadelphia.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Cullman
Forcast Office:
NWS Huntsville AL